2008 Nissan Armada vs. 1971 Triumph Toledo
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Toledo would be higher. At 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Toledo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 105 kg more than 1971 Triumph Toledo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Triumph Toledo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Toledo. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Toledo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Armada | 1971 Triumph Toledo | |
| Make | Nissan | Triumph |
| Model | Armada | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5550 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 63 L |
